Colorado Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2025)

3800 S Pierce St
Denver, CO 80235

Colorado Academy Photo #1 - Every day on campus, CA's lives the mission to create curious, kind, courageous, and adventurous learners and leaders. Our dedicated teachers offer an innovative and rigorous curriculum rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. We do it with innovation and creativity and by encouraging students to think outside the box. We want students to ask "why?" and "why not?".

Colorado Academy Photo #2 - Welborn House is the home of the Office of Admission and Financial Aid at Colorado Academy. We invite you to inquire and learn more about our school and community. Click here to learn more: https://coloradoacademy.fsenrollment.com/users/sign_in.

Colorado Academy Photo #3 - Colorado Academy Middle Schoolers enjoy collaborating with peers to solve problems and spark creativity. They stand up for each other and gain independence as they develop their skills in critical thinking, communication and cultural competence. CA's Interim program is a highlight of the year as small groups of Middle Schoolers participate in outdoor, experiential trips with their teachers.

Colorado Academy Photo #4 - The Upper School at Colorado Academy is a dynamic community of 445 students in grades 9-12 who engage in abundant opportunities in academics, arts, athletics, experiential education, global travel, and self-directed learning through the REDI Lab program.

Colorado Academy Photo #5 - Colorado Academy starts with Pre-Kindergartners and graduates seniors who become curious, kind, courageous, and adventurous learners and leaders--ready to make an impact in the communities where they choose to land.

Colorado Academy Photo #6 - CA's student-athletes and teams have been recognized for their success at the national, state, and league level. Many of our students go on to successful careers playing Division I, II, and III sports in college. Our success is reflected in the character of our athletes as well as the championships we win.

Colorado Academy is an independent school whose mission is to create curious, kind, courageous, and adventurous learners and leaders.

Teachers, students, parents, and staff foster trusting and respectful relationships, enhancing our thriving school community.

Students pursue excellence and seek to become life-long learners and contributors in our local and global communities.

Quick Stats (2025)

Top Ranked CO School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 1,047 students
Yearly Tuition: $41,550
Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Colorado Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1906

Colors

White, Black, Red/Black/White

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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First Day of School

Wed. Aug 20, 2025

Last Day of School

Thu. Jun 4, 2026

Student Body

Total Students

1,047 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

33%

State avg.: 25%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

125 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

74%

Number of AP Courses

16 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

Advanced Computer Science - Data StructuresAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP Chinese Language and CultureAP Computer Science A

AP Computer Science PrinciplesAP Economics

AP EnglishAP French Language

AP PhysicsAP Physics C

AP Spanish LanguageAP Spanish Literature

AP StatisticsFilm

PhotographySenior Portfolio: Visual Art

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Average SAT score

1375

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$41,550

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Tuition Notes

Pre-Kindergarten (full day): $33,360 Kindergarten (full day) - Grade 5: $37,990 Grades 6-12: $41,550

Summer Program Cost

$500

Summer Program Cost Notes

Cost varies depending on program and frequency

% on Financial Aid

19%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$16,000

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Catherine Laskey

Admissions Associate

Abel Ramirez

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$40 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

19 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

ClimbingCross Country

DanceDiving

Field HockeyGolf

Ice HockeyKayaking

LacrosseMountaineering

Rock ClimbingSoccer

SwimmingTennis

Ultimate FrisbeeVolleyball

Weightlifting

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

23 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Community Impact ProjectsCommunity Leadership Team

Computer Science ClubEngineering Club

FACES of DiversityFuture City Competition

Global Travel and ExchangesGSA

HOPEInvestment Club

Kokopelli Literary MagazineMock Trial Team

Outdoor EducationRobotics Team

Speech and Debate Teams

Arts and Music Programs:

Choir ProgramFilm Festival

Jazz BandOrchestra Program

Rock BandSenior Portfolio Program

Theater ProgramTheater Tech

School Notes

School Motto: Creating Curious, Kind, Courageous, and Adventurous Learners and Leaders.
School Mascot: Mustangs

Welcome to Colorado Academy!We are a college preparatory independent school in southwest Denver, with forward-thinking ideals.We offer students an exceptional academic experience, with education in the arts, athletics, and development of the whole child. Unique in the Denver area, our Pre-K through Grade 12 environment creates an extraordinary campus community.Our missionis to create curious, kind, courageous, and adventurous learners and leaders.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Shane Boris '00 - Oscar award winner for Navalny
- SunHee Seo '17 - Professional actress
- Paul Wylie '83 - Olympic figure skater
- Norm Harris '94 - Founder of Denver's Juneteenth Music Festival

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Colorado Academy cost?

Colorado Academy's tuition is approximately $41,550 for private students and $500 for summer students.

Who are famous alumni from Colorado Academy?

Colorado Academy famous alumni include: Shane Boris '00, SunHee Seo '17, Paul Wylie '83 and Norm Harris '94.

Does Colorado Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, Colorado Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Colorado Academy offer?

Colorado Academy offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Mountaineering, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Weightlifting. Colorado Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for most sports offered.

What is Colorado Academy's ranking?

Colorado Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Colorado Academy?

The application deadline for Colorado Academy is Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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